Meet Niko, the vibrant 9-month-old Pit Bull with a heart full of joy and energy to spare! Weighing in at a solid 54 pounds, Niko is a bundle of fun and love waiting to find his forever home.

Niko has mastered the art of being both house and crate trained, proving he's a smart cookie ready to learn even more. However, he's had a bit of a rocky start in life and is in need of guidance and plenty of love. Despite his age, Niko still exhibits puppy-like behaviors, especially in his boundless energy and eagerness for play.

One thing to note about Niko is his exuberant personality. He's the life of the party, always eager to meet new people and make friends. However, his enthusiasm can sometimes get the best of him, leading to some rough play and overexcitement. He's a social butterfly when it comes to other dogs, but he may need some help in understanding their cues and playing more gently.

While Niko may need a bit of refinement in his manners, he's a quick learner and would thrive in obedience classes where he can channel his energy into positive behaviors. With consistent training and plenty of exercise, Niko is sure to blossom into a well-behaved companion.

For potential adopters with other pets, Niko's rough play style might need careful consideration. While he gets along well with cats, his boisterous nature might be overwhelming for other dogs. A patient and equally energetic canine companion would be the perfect match for Niko.

Due to his exuberance and tendency for rough play, we recommend a home with children over the age of 12 who are familiar with dogs. Niko loves nothing more than playtime with his favorite toys, a game of fetch in the yard, or a leisurely car ride to explore the world around him. Speaking of yards, Niko would thrive in a home with a fenced yard where he can burn off his energy to his heart's content. His foster dad describes him as a sweet boy who's eager to please, and he's certainly a hit with everyone he meets – including college students when he joins his foster dad's class!

If you're ready for a lifetime of love, laughter, and adventure with a furry friend who's always up for fun, then Niko might just be the perfect match for you. Come meet this charming Pit Bull with a zest for life and see if you're meant to be his forever family! His minimum adoption fee is $145 plus a $15 fee, if 4 months or older, for rabies registration for McLean County residents.

He has been neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, heartworm checked, dewormed, and is on flea and heartworm preventatives.

For information about this dog's breed(s), visit:
http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm

To fill out our adoption application, go to:
http://fs16.formsite.com/WishBoneCanineRescue/adoptionapplication/index.html

 Wish Bone Canine Rescue

 1303 Morrissey Drive

Bloomington, IL 61701

www.wishbonecaninerescue.org

Since its our desire that you have a pet you can enjoy a lifetime of love with you, we take special measures to ensure that the pet is the best match for you and your family.  We require that you complete our online www.wishbonecaninerescue.org

(Please give us 24 hours to verify your information).

If you have any other questions, you can reach us by email (preferred) at wbcrshelter@gmail.com.  Thank you.